During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Peter Bowerman, “The Well-Fed Writer,” you’ll discover:

How to dump the “low-pay writing grind” and actually make moneyHow to make a GOOD living, even with modest writing skillsThe freelancing segment that always has needs AND pays handsomelyInsights into “commercial writing” and the mindset required to succeedHow to build a portfolio, even if you’re starting from scratchThe good economic reasons companies hire freelancers (and pay well!)Why commercial writing pays so much better than journalistic writing.

Peter Bowerman, a 23-year veteran copywriter, speaker and business coach, is the author of 5 award-winning books including “The Well-Fed Writer: Financial Self-Sufficiency as a Commercial Freelancer in Six Months or Less” and “The Well-Fed Self-Publisher.” Learn more at www.WellFedWriter.com.

Marnie Swedberg is the online mentor to over 14,000 leaders from 30 countries, a syndicated radio talk show host, the author of 13 "how-to" books, plus she personally oversees two businesses in the retail and restaurant industries. She consistently shares practical, doable success strategies to shorten your learning curve, increase your productivity, and skyrocket your delight in life. When you think you're too  B.U.S.Y. - Marnie helps you re-frame and re-set with  Best Unique Strategies for You. Learn more at www.Marnie.com.

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Melin Isa, you'll discover:

The type of start-up that usually fails and how you can avoid this.The most important questions to answer before you quit your day job.The critical [pricing/selling] mindset to adopt before pricing your products/services.How to market your business and what you must avoid no matter what.When you can expect to get paid and/or get paid back.Start up cost calculations.Creative funding sources to help you get going.

Melin Isa is a sales and business coach who works with aspiring, part-time, and new entrepreneurs to launch and grow their business. She partners with her clients to figure out their gifts and talents, explore opportunities that are aligned with their interests and purpose, create strategies to launch their business, develop sales skills and mindset, gain confidence and clarity, and so much more. www.PlanningYourLeap.com

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Brandy Hopkins, you’ll discover:

Success secrets for casting vision and setting attainable goalsPlanning mindsets to insure a successful event3 questions to ensure you’re staying on track as you planThe key to accessing God’s resources for your needsInsider tips for increasing volunteer participationTime management strategies to reduce the stresses of event planningPrimary focal points to keep you true to God all along the way, andHow to handle a big success without the typical “day-after” depression.

Brandy Hopkins is a writer, speaker, and a pastor’s wife in Indiana. She has been casting vision and coordinating events in women’s ministry for years and is co-founder of a Faith Based teen girl’s organization. Learn more at http://www.BrandyHopkins.com.

Marnie Swedberg is the online mentor to over 14,000 leaders from 30 countries, a syndicated radio talk show host, the author of 13 "how-to" books, plus she personally oversees two businesses in the retail and restaurant industries. She consistently shares practical, doable success strategies to shorten your learning curve, increase your productivity, and skyrocket your delight in life. When you think you're too  Learn more at www.Marnie.com.

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Cecil Murphey, you’ll discover:

Writing basics you must know.

Tricks for fine-tuning a rough draft concept.

Specific strategies for keeping your reader intrigued.

How to deal with writer’s block and rejections.

How to look like a pro, even if you’re just starting out.

What publishers need and want from authors.

Your best bet for making a living as a writer. (We’ll discuss here some of the changes in author contracts, advances, and royalties since the 90’s.)

Cecil’s best tip for new or discouraged writers.

NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Cecil Murphey has written or co-written more than 135 books, including the bestsellers 90 Minutes in Heaven (with Don Piper) and Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story (with Dr. Ben Carson). His books have sold in the millions, have been translated into more than 40 languages, and have brought hope and encouragement to countless readers around the world.  Learn more at http://www.cecilmurphey.com/

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Brad Hewitt, you'll discover:

The definition of a "money relationship" and what a healthy one looks like.Why the money mindset has everything to do with your heart and not only your mind.The five basic money mindsets.Key questions to ask yourself regarding your subconscious money mindsets.How to overcome a negative money mindset.How to cultivate an attitude of contentment in relationship to money.What the Bible says about financial abundance vs. lack.How to live generously even when the funds aren't freely flowing toward you.

Brad Hewitt is president and CEO of Thrivent Financial, a not-for-profit Fortune 500 organization dedicated to helping Christians be wise with money and live generously. He speaks regularly on how a redefined relationship with money can help us find and live out our call in life. Learn more at https://www.newmoneymindset.com/

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, you'll discover:

The simple, 3-step formula for creating great devotionals.The 7 questions to help you identify powerful teaching moments from your life.Secrets to help you make your devotions inspirational and transformational.How to find new ideas for devotionals.The secret of getting your work in periodicals.The 5 critical elements needed in every life-changing devotional.Strategies to help you overcome writers block when writing devotionals.The #1 best way to end your devotionals.

Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is an internal medicine physician, author and speaker sharing with audiences nationwide on healing from the inside out and experiencing personal renewal by drawing near to God. Learn more at http://www.IChooseMyBestLife.com

Marnie Swedberg is the online mentor to over 14,000 leaders from 30 countries, a syndicated radio talk show host, the author of 13 "how-to" books, plus she personally oversees two businesses in the retail and restaurant industries. She consistently shares practical, doable success strategies to shorten your learning curve, increase your productivity, and skyrocket your delight in life. 

When you think you're too  B.U.S.Y. - Marnie helps you re-frame and re-set with  Best Unique Strategies for You. Learn more at http://www.Marnie.com.

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Lori Hynson, you'll discover:

The value and components of a Speaker Toolkit

How to establish goals for your message.

How to Woo your audience. 

The role of humor in taking a talk from good to great.

Ground rules for non-comedians.

The four key types of humor to use.

Your Humor Toolbox nuts and bolts.

Lori will also address a frequent concern: "Does God like funny?"

Lori Hynson is an accomplished speaker and performer, and the award-winning author of SuperGal vs. GOD. She is the owner of independent publishing company, Broken Shoe Press, and a member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. Learn more at http://www.TheSuperGalSyndrome.com

Marnie Swedberg is the online mentor to over 14,000 leaders from 30 countries, a syndicated radio talk show host, the author of 13 "how-to" books, plus she personally oversees two businesses in the retail and restaurant industries. She consistently shares practical, doable success strategies to shorten your learning curve, increase your productivity, and skyrocket your delight in life. When you think you're too  B.U.S.Y. - Marnie helps you re-frame and re-set with  Best Unique Strategies for You. Learn more at www.Marnie.com.

During this hour with Marnie and guest, Carol Smith, you'll discover how to build your best team including

How to define TEAM.

How to Build Your Team from a Biblical Framework

The Benefits of Team Ministry

Strategies for Building Your Best Team

Coaching for Best Characteristics & Contributions

Serving from Strengths: Passions/Abilities/Spiritual Gifts/Talents

Working out Weaknesses: Develop, Nurture & Redirect

Preparing for Team Challenges: Conflicts & Dysfunctions

Essentials for Best Team Leadership

Carol Smith embraces living with exuberant faith and deep abiding trust as a “woman in ministry leadership.” She is passionate about coaching, teaching and sharing practical Biblical and health principles for best everyday choices. She graduated with a B.A. degree with honors in Religion/Family Studies/Health and eventually completed a Masters in Ministry Leadership from Rockbridge Seminary. www.transformingfocus.com

Your host, Marnie Swedberg is the online mentor to over 14,000 leaders from 30 countries, a syndicated radio talk show host, the author of 13 "how-to" books, plus she personally oversees two businesses in the retail and restaurant industries. She consistently shares practical, doable success strategies to shorten your learning curve, increase your productivity, and skyrocket your delight in life. When you think you're too  B.U.S.Y. - Marnie helps you re-frame and re-set with  Best Unique Strategies for You. www.Marnie.com

During this hour with Marnie and special guest, Tara Barthel, you'll discover:

The first thing you must train yourself to do in a “ruffled” situation (because this never comes naturally but it is 100% necessary for a successful result).

The one thing people need the most when serious conflicts arise and feathers are “ruffled.”

The most effective way to diffuse your own (potential) bad attitude/negative thinking so that you do not become a party to the conflict.

The key to helping most (not all, but most) angry people.

Why agreeing with your “enemy” / opponent can be a wise response.

The (potentially) overlapping spheres of positional authority, power, and influence—and why they matter.

How to identify when people have fallen into a mob mentality and are performing on a “stage” (so that you can help them to stop and thus, come back closer to their true selves).

Why you cannot mediate a group (and thus, how to respond when conflicts grow to involve more than 2 or 3 people).

How to ask best (not just good or right) questions.

When it is time for you to step away and stop engaging in someone else’s conflict.

A high net-worth estate planning attorney with decades of experience mediating between powerful, “ruffled,” leaders, Tara Barthel will deepen your skills as a wise manager of conflict. Learn more at http://www.tarabarthel.com/

featuring Marnie & Joan Berntson of Oak Hills Christian College

1. Formatting Template. 

2. Editing Process. 

3. Plagiarism & Long Citation Waiver

4. Indesign Formatter: Surrendra Gupta

Contact information available to members of Marnie.com

5. Cover Artist

Contact information available to members of Marnie.com

6. Editor. 

Contact information available to members of Marnie.com

7. ISBNs

8. Printer & Distributor: Lightning Source, https://www.lightningsource.com

9. eBook Formatter: Publisher & Distributor

No matter what stage you’re in, still be sure to read, eBooks: Idea to Amazon in 14 Days. Available at Amazon:  http://amzn.to/1Q9oQEj or included free with your Mentorship Membership @ Marnie.com.